Visit Préfecture
Popular places to visit
Velodrome Stadium
Catch an event at Velodrome Stadium during your trip to Marseille. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Grand Port Maritime de Marseille
Explore the waterfront in Marseille with a trip to Grand Port Maritime de Marseille. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.
Prado Beach
Lie on the sand, join a game of beach rugby or take to the Mediterranean skies at Marseille’s favorite summertime beach.
Cassis Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cassis Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Borely Park
Explore the floral scents, formal designs and hidden treasures at Marseille’s favorite park and one of France’s most notable gardens.
La Ciotat Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Ciotat Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Marseille.
Things to do
Marseille: 24, 48, or 72-Hour CityPass with Public Transport
Marseille French Pastries and Chocolate Tour
Marseille: OM Stadium Access at the Orange Velodrome
From Marseille: Calanques National Park Guided Hike
Top hotels in Préfecture
Le M Hôtel
Lovely property, the evening staff was lovely and was able to speak english and german, very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 21 Oct, 2025
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Marseille Vieux Port
Beautifully
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Toyoko Inn Marseille Saint Charles
Breakfast is excellent, staff service is friendly and usable.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Golden Tulip Marseille Euromed
All ok
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
InterContinental Marseille - Hotel Dieu by IHG
Tout était parfait, le personnel aux petits soins, la chambre propre et spacieuse
Reviewed on 4 Nov, 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Marseille, Centre Vieux Port
Amazing stay thank you merci merci
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture
6th Arrondissement
Spend some time visiting places like Place Castellane while getting to know 6th Arrondissement, and be sure to check out the waterfront views. You can hop aboard the metro at Castellane Station or Estrangin Station to see more of the area.
Opéra
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Opéra. A stop by La Canebiere or Marseille Opera House might round out your trip.
Belsunce
Visitors to Belsunce love its captivating waterfront views, and you can check out Centre Bourse and La Canebiere. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Vieux-Port Station.
Saint-Victor
Saint-Victor is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Abbaye de Saint Victor or La Criee National Theater of Marseille.
1st Arrondissement
Travellers love 1st Arrondissement for its captivating waterfront views, and you can see more of Marseille by jumping on the metro at St. Charles Station or Réformés-Canebière Metro Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like La Canebiere and Centre Bourse.
Hôtel-de-Ville
Travellers come to Hôtel-de-Ville for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Hotel de Ville and Le Panier while you're in town.
